Medical Technologist

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design.

As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do.

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Day (United States of America) Location Outpatient Center in Lincoln Park - Clark

Follows clinical laboratory testing procedures and policies in the performance of routine and specialized tests. Identifies source and nature of test problems and makes appropriate recommendation as to course of action. Applies scientific method in problem solving and assists in the evaluation of new methods and techniques. Assures that quality control criteria are met and adheres to established laboratory policies in handling hazardous substances.

Records necessary documentation to comply with various agency and Hospital regulations. Performs required instrument maintenance at the prescribed time and logs appropriately. Is able to perform minor trouble-shooting on instrumentation. Instructs and trains rotating residents, students, physicians and new members of the laboratory staff in laboratory testing procedures as needed. Assures a clean work area and technical clean-up at the end of each shift.

Assists in maintaining sufficient supplies at each work station. Assists in the development and evaluation of new procedures and protocols. Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others. Completes competency testing and mandatory and continuing education requirements as defined by the position.

Other job functions as assigned, such as developing, coordinating, assessing, and documenting competency testing.

Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in chemical or biological sciences, or associate’s degree in laboratory sciences or medical laboratory technology which consists of 60 semester hours including a minimum of either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or equivalent combination of science courses (i.e. chemistry, biology, medical laboratory technology) or, qualified as a technologist under the provisions in 42

CFR
493.1489(b)(2)(B)(4) or 42

CFR
493.1489(b)(2)(B)(5)(i) for high complexity testing on or before April 24, 1995. Meets all regulatory requirements for moderate or high complexity testing as appropriate within assigned area. Must be detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task.

Bachelor's Degree:
Medical Technology (Required)

Pay Range $31.50-$51.50 Hourly

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match
• Various voluntary benefits:
  Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

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